Functions of the Skeletal System

One function of the skeletal system is _______ especially in regards to the vital organs, such as the brain, heart, and lungs.

• Protection
• Storage
• Synthesis
• Movement

_________ is a function of the skeletal system that is completed by joints, ligaments, and tendons.

• Protection
• Storage
• Synthesis
• Movement

Which is not a function of the skeletal system?

• shape and support

• movement

• protection

• gas exchange

What is the function of marrow?

• To make protein

• To make red blood cells

• reduce friction

• to hold bones together

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

• Helps your body move

• Send oxygen to the body

• Protect your organs

• Give your body shape and structure

The skeletal system works with the ______________ to help your body move.

• digestive system

• circulatory system

• respiratory system

• muscular system

The skull protects which organ?

• heart

• lungs

• brain

• stomach

What part of the skeleton protects the heart, lungs, and stomach?

• rib cage

• femur

• skull

• spine

What are the two functions of long bones?

• Moving the body

• Providing leverage

• Producing red blood cells

• Reducing friction in joints

What is the function of flat bones such as the sternum?

• Red blood cell production

• Protection

• Reducing friction

• Providing leverage